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06-03-2009, 10:12 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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When the Dollar goes up? what do you think of a Quattroporte?
I know the rise of the Canadian dollar is coming, and I am really considering heading over to the U.S and buying a Maserati Quattroporte! Prob a 2006-2007:
http://images.myride.com/images/vehi..._(768x576).jpg
A nice black or white one, tint the windows, put some amazing wheels on it, and thats really about it. I didn't fully inquire about price, but im guessing i could find a really nice one for about 40$ my first pick would be the GrandTurismo, but i'd have to wait at least 2 years untill its in my price range, also who knows where the currency will be at by then...
My other 2 options are a 04-05 m3, or a 05 LS430 Ultra Package.
Any opinions or input?
Last edited by topaz330ci; 06-03-2009 at 10:18 AM.
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06-03-2009, 10:16 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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Last edited by topaz330ci; 06-03-2009 at 10:24 AM.
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06-03-2009, 10:43 AM
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6th Gear Member
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Toronto
Posts: 1,242
Car: 1996 328TI
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quattraport will cost so much to maintain
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06-03-2009, 10:46 AM
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rawr
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: under a bridge
Posts: 2,266
Car: dragon
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I would go with an M3 or even a 7 series for luxury. Maseratis are nice, but they don't look special esp from the rear it just looks like some ordinary car.
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06-03-2009, 10:46 AM
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Trinational 951
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: the M5V
Posts: 2,967
Car: 328i M Sport
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I LOVE the qp, but yeah, maintenance would be through the roof and often
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06-03-2009, 10:46 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ericdalinda
quattraport will cost so much to maintain
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Why do you think? I know it will require more maintenance, but do you think it will be really that bad? I know I live in Ottawa and i know Montreal has a few amazing tec places for them...
I bet there are forums to discuss everything also, i could work my way around things..... I have great connects and good mecanics also that could help with anything they can.... although Maserati is like a new world for me, im not too familiar with it.
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06-03-2009, 10:49 AM
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6th Gear Member
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Toronto
Posts: 1,242
Car: 1996 328TI
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maseratis are ferrari made, your going to use it as a daily driver. i dont know through experience but put 2 and 2 together.
ferrari parts CHA-$$$$$!!
like was said above if you want baller status get a E class,Sclass,7 series
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06-03-2009, 10:50 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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Quote:
Originally Posted by saix
I would go with an M3 or even a 7 series for luxury. Maseratis are nice, but they don't look special esp from the rear it just looks like some ordinary car.
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I would take a LS430 over a 7 series anyday! I dont think i would ever have to touch anything on a lexus, literally! A 7 series like any beamer, i would have all sorts of maintenance requirements! Personally i just dont want a bmw luxury car. On the other hand M3 is a great option!!
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06-03-2009, 10:53 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ericdalinda
maseratis are ferrari made, your going to use it as a daily driver. i dont know through experience but put 2 and 2 together.
ferrari parts CHA-$$$$$!!
like was said above if you want baller status get a E class,Sclass,7 series
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Ya i would use it as a daily driver, but not in winter! thats the thing though, i dont want a 7 series or sclass... This car is amazing, and its been on my mind for a while! for some reason, i dont think it will hurt me much on maintenance. I'd be doing my own oil changes, and whatever else i can.... but if any problems arise, then id have to look into it of course and look for the most efficient route...
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06-03-2009, 11:08 AM
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6th Gear Member
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: North York
Posts: 6,726
Car: 540ia
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Quattroporte, IMO, is for someone who has a lot of excess cash, a large paid off house and a steady six figure income. Otherwise, you can't afford maintaining it.
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06-03-2009, 11:15 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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got excess cash, i'd buy the car one shot, I dont have a house, and have a pretty good/fixed income!
i think ill be ok for maintaining it!
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06-03-2009, 11:16 AM
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3rd Gear Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Burlington/Poland
Posts: 582
Car: 2009 GTR
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Lexus IS-F
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06-03-2009, 11:18 AM
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6th Gear Member
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: North York
Posts: 6,726
Car: 540ia
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^ naw man. I'd rather have an M3 or a 335i over that. Auto journalist tests don't find the Lexus anything special.
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06-03-2009, 11:19 AM
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6th Gear Member
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: North York
Posts: 6,726
Car: 540ia
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Quote:
Originally Posted by topaz330ci
got excess cash, i'd buy the car one shot, I dont have a house, and have a pretty good/fixed income!
i think ill be ok for maintaining it!
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buy a house then and stop playing the part. be wise with your money
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06-03-2009, 11:19 AM
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Bang Boom
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Ottawa
Posts: 584
Car: 2003 Porsche C4S
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Quote:
Originally Posted by arek
Lexus IS-F 
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Arek, I like your idea a lot!!! it is a very reliable and well built car, but if i go for lexus, for some reason, i want the LS430. i wanna feel like an old man.... buttons everywhere, reverse camera, ac seats, EVERYTHING. touch and go with no problems at all....
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